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Eberhard & Co.

Pre-Extra Fort Chronograph | A stainless steel single button chronograph with slide lock mechanism, Breguet numerals and snail scale, Circa 1940

Auction Closed

October 21, 07:40 AM GMT

Estimate

200,000 - 350,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

Eberhard & Co.

Pre-Extra Fort Chronograph

A stainless steel single button chronograph with slide lock mechanism, Breguet numerals and snail scale, Circa 1940

Dial: silvered

Calibre: cal. 16000 mechanical, jewelled

Movement number: 18’068

Case: stainless steel, snap on case back

Case number: 1’007’071

Closure: unsigned tan strap and stainless steel buckle

Size: 40 mm diameter

Signed: case, dial and movement

Accessories: none

Inside all standard production Pre-Extra Fort chronographs beats the calibre 16000, manufactured by Valjoux. Not only does the 16 ligne movement, which measures 36mm across, fit the oversized case of the Eberhard extremely well, it is also superbly decorated for the period. Many aficionados credit the calibre 16000 as not only a true workhorse, but one of the best chronograph movements ever made, in the same ranks as the 13ZN from Longines and Valjoux’s more established 72.

The present watch, as with the previous three lots, contains the calibre 16000, and also uses the earlier chronograph pause mechanism, operated through a slide lock instead of the usual pusher at 4:30.

The case is incredibly crisp further elevating the present example.

依百克 Pre-Extra Fort Chronograph

精鋼單按鈕計時腕錶，備鎖定功能、寶璣時標及蝸牛刻度約1940年製

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense.

Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."